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Council seeks EV owners with no driveways for street charging trial

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Suffolk County Council is seeking residents to test innovative pavement charging solutions for electric vehicles in a 12-month trial. The project aims to help homeowners without driveways charge their cars safely and conveniently.

The big picture: The council is piloting three pavement charging channel products that enable residents to run cables from their homes to vehicles parked on the road.

Why it matters: The trial addresses charging access for electric vehicle owners who rely on street parking.

The details: Three charging systems are being tested:

  • Gul-E for home-to-pavement charging

  • Kerbo Charge for pavement crossing solutions

  • Charge Gully for pavement-based charging

Requirements: Eligible residents must:

  • Own an electric vehicle or have imminent plans to purchase one

  • Have no access to off-street parking

  • Have no dropped kerb outside their property

  • Have no grass verges in the paving outside

  • Have no metal-cased street furniture nearby

  • Be willing to install a home charger

Council funding covers:

  • Charging channel installation

  • Planning permission costs for home charger

  • Section 178 licence during the trial period

  • Up to £350 towards home charger installation

Required from participants:

  • Complete an expression of interest form

  • Apply for District or Borough Council planning permission

  • Install a home charger after channel installation

  • Provide feedback during the trial period

Bottom line: The 12-month trial requires participants to complete necessary planning processes and contribute regular feedback to inform future charging infrastructure decisions. Interested residents can find out more and register their interest here.

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Police appeal after golf ball attack damages historic Landguard Fort

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Over 40 golf balls were driven at Felixstowe's Landguard Fort, causing mortar damage to the historic structure's outer wall.

Why it matters: The damage constitutes an offence under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Areas Act 1979, which protects historically significant sites.

Inside the Landguard Fort in Felixstowe
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The details: Suffolk Police reported that the incident took place between 17:00 on Monday, 10 March and 09:00 on Tuesday, 11 March.

The golf balls were driven from a grass mound outside the fort on Point View Road, with some projectiles clearing the outer wall and landing in the inner parade area.

What's next: Officers are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has information about those responsible to come forward.

How to help: Contact Suffolk Police quoting crime reference 37/13803/25 via:

Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or through their online form.

The bottom line: This act of vandalism has caused damage to one of Felixstowe's most important historic landmarks, which is protected by national legislation.

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